Butterfly Hinges

Decorative Hinges for Cabinets, Boxes & Furniture

Add a decorative touch to your joinery with our stylish range of butterfly hinges. Named for their symmetrical, wing-like shape, butterfly hinges are a popular choice for light doors, cabinets, boxes, and decorative furniture. Their surface-mounted design makes them easy to install with no need for mortising, while their eye-catching shape adds a vintage or traditional feel.

Available in a variety of finishes, sizes, and styles, these hinges are both functional and ornamental—ideal for giving your project a distinctive look.

✅ Key Features:

• Ideal for cupboards, cabinets, boxes, and light interior doors

• Surface-mounted—no mortising required

• Available in antique brass, pewter, black, chrome, and polished finishes

• Easy to install with pre-drilled screw holes

• Both left and right-handed or reversible options available

• Classic shapes suit rustic, vintage, and decorative furniture styles

📘 FAQs – Butterfly Hinges

❓ What are butterfly hinges used for?

Butterfly hinges are mostly used for:

• Cupboards, cabinets, and wardrobes

• Wooden boxes, chests, and decorative cases

• Light-weight interior doors or shutters

They are chosen when both style and function matter.

❓ Do butterfly hinges need to be recessed?

No – butterfly hinges are surface-mounted, meaning they are screwed directly onto the door and frame without cutting a recess. This makes them ideal for quick installation or restoration projects.

❓ What sizes are available?

Butterfly hinges typically range from small (around 40mm–50mm) for boxes or jewellery cases to larger sizes (100mm–125mm) for doors or cabinets.

❓ Are they handed or reversible?

Most butterfly hinges are symmetrical and reversible, so they can be used on either side of a door or lid. Always check the product description to be sure.

❓ What finishes do you offer?

We offer a variety of traditional and decorative finishes, including:

• Antique iron and black powder-coated

• Polished or antique brass

• Chrome or nickel

• Pewter and rustic bronze

Perfect for matching existing décor or ironmongery.

❓ Are screws included?

In most cases, matching screws are supplied with the hinges, but we recommend checking each product listing to confirm.

❓ Can butterfly hinges be used outdoors?

While some heavy-duty models may be suitable for sheltered outdoor use, most butterfly hinges are best suited to indoor or covered environments due to their decorative finishes.